lims-advisor

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1|Updated Apr 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/joshbenhamou/lims-software-advisor --skill lims-advisor
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: lims-advisor
Source: https://github.com/joshbenhamou/lims-software-advisor/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/joshbenhamou/lims-software-advisor --skill lims-advisor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps lab professionals decide which LIMS to use, or whether to build a custom solution, by conducting a guided discovery and delivering a ranked shortlist with a build-vs-buy verdict and compliance considerations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Conducts a structured discovery interview to understand lab context, regulatory requirements, and technical needs.
  • Weighs lab requirements against a knowledge base to produce a top-3 vendor shortlist with rationale.
  • Explicitly evaluates the build-internally option and flags key compliance needs (21 CFR Part 11, ISO 17025, HIPAA, etc.)

Quick Start

Begin the guided discovery interview and generate a top-3 LIMS shortlist with a build-vs-buy verdict.

Frequently Asked Questions about lims-advisor

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I choose the right LIMS vendor for a clinical or biotech lab?

To choose the right LIMS, you complete a structured discovery interview that scores lab requirements against vendor capabilities, producing a prioritized 3-vendor shortlist with compliance and technical justification.

Should I build or buy a LIMS for pharma R&D?

Evaluating build vs buy for a LIMS involves comparing internal development costs and risks against vendor capabilities, explicitly scoring the build-internally option alongside commercial vendors to deliver a clear verdict.

How do I evaluate LIMS vendors for 21 CFR Part 11 and ISO 17025 compliance?

Evaluating LIMS vendors for 21 CFR Part 11 and ISO 17025 compliance involves scoring vendors against regulatory requirements gathered during discovery, flagging specific compliance needs in the final vendor shortlist rationale.

Can I use this guided discovery for a CRO or biotech startup evaluating a LIMS?

Yes, you can use the guided discovery for a CRO or biotech startup evaluating a LIMS, as the structured interview applies to pharma R&D, clinical labs, CROs, and biotech startups assessing vendor fit.

What is the best way to shortlist LIMS vendors for GxP environments?

The best way to shortlist LIMS vendors for GxP environments is to weigh technical and regulatory requirements against a knowledge base, yielding a prioritized top-3 vendor list with compliance notes.